A. The purpose of this section is to regulate the disposal of debris that adversely affects the function of the surface water drainage system of the City; and to protect the water quality of local streams and channels.

B. Dumping any material or harmful substance in a stream channel, ditch, storm drain, or street gutter which regularly or periodically carries surface water is prohibited. This material includes brush, fill, and other debris that will raise flood and storm water levels in the City’s drainage system. This material also includes chemicals, oil, and other substances that are harmful to water quality, surface water and ground water quality.

C. The designated official responsible for receiving complaints, enforcement, monitoring compliance, and abatement shall be as set forth by section 8.08.070 of this chapter. (Ord. 92-11, 1992)